Serving 232 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Mt. Everest Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mt. Everest Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Mt. Everest Academy's student population of 232 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
232 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mt. Everest Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mt. Everest Academy is 0.68, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#192 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
21:1
Asian
14%
12%
Hispanic
18%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
50%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
16%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/18/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mt. Everest Academy's ranking?
Mt. Everest Academy is ranked #192 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mt. Everest Academy?
The graduation rate of Mt. Everest Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mt. Everest Academy?
232 students attend Mt. Everest Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Mt. Everest Academy students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Two or more races, 14% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mt. Everest Academy?
Mt. Everest Academy has a student ration of 19:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Mt. Everest Academy offer ?
Mt. Everest Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Mt. Everest Academy part of?
Mt. Everest Academy is part of San Diego Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Mt. Everest Academy located?
Mt. Everest Academy is located in the Clairemont neighborhood of San Diego, CA. There are 26 other public schools located in Clairemont.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Curriculum is easy to follow. Support is unbelievable! Options are plenty! Flexibility is superb and unlike any other school. Quality is unbeatable! Excellent academics, wide variety of extra curricular activities including music and art. Rated one of the top 5 schools in San Diego based on test scores.
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